It is a homecoming of sorts for the three performers, all of whom are alumni of Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing program that champions young artists. As well, Ballerini and Fisher are two of five hosts named for the award show.

All three are also nominees: Ballerini is nominated in four RDMA categories, including country favorite artist and country favorite song; Cara is nominated for the breakout artist of the year award; and Hamilton star and Hollywood Records recording artist Fisher is nominated in the best new artist category.